Originally Posted by
gregf83
Does your backpack have straps? With a waist strap and upper strap it stays in place well and isn't really noticeable to me while riding. It is nice on the weekends to have no backpack though.
No straps. Actually, that pretty much means that I wouldn't like that backpack at all. Too sporty.
I am not really a backpack person, but there are occasions when it makes more sense than a giant purse. I generally opt for a big purse, and a compact reusable tote bag for most days. These usually fit in my basket.
I am looking for a "pannier" that looks like a tote bag, but is rack mounted, that I can use for shopping trips. The Ortlieb style panniers do not match my outfit. Very practical, buy would not want to carry those off bike.
Originally Posted by
TransitBiker
Sounds like the straps are too loose and contents are not packed with weight in mind. I've ridden over 2 miles with TWO backpacks on, and the only issue was the single strap bag sometimes had its strap digging into my neck. I wore it on front, as the 2 strap bag needed to be on back. Other than that, I've never had any issues with backpack. These were laden with about 20 lbs each of groceries.
Yes, your back can get warm, but I've found that only really happens if I'm not dressed proper for the weather, or I'm working harder than I need to peddaling. There are models with pads to keep air flowing underneath.
- Andy
I like my straps a little loos, but honestly there wasn't much in it. It is a medium sized bag with a padded laptop sleeve. It wasn't sitting low, even with the looser strap all though it is likely 1/2 too wide to be a perfect fit on my back. I had to scoot it over a little for comfort.
I had a laptop, shoes, water bottle and a few sundries. I would have been shocked if it even weighed more than 8 pounds.